Question

Explain for sufferance is the best of all our tribe..
quote from Merchant of Venice​

Answer 1

Merchant of Venice – Background Information. Throughout history Jews have frequently been prevented from doing certain businesses or owning land – so few money making options were open to them. They were, however, allowed to lend money and charge interest on it, sometimes called usury.

Answer 2

Explanation:

Shylock refuses to show Antonio mercy despite the countless efforts from the Christian characters to try to persuade him. The audience can also see his hatred in his answer that his desire for the pound of flesh is purely for his pleasure.